FEVER 333 continue to share peaks into their new album DARKER WHITE out October 4thvia Century Media Records under exclusive license from 333 WRECKORDS CREW. Earlier this month they shared the new single and music video for “DESERT RAP” and last week they shared two more new songs – “MURDERER” and “NOSEBLEEDS” – available to stream now. “MURDERER” is accompanied with an official music video.
Consisting of fourteen tracks, “DARKER WHITE is the intersection we will all find ourselves in at some point in our lives,” saysAalon on the theme of the new album. “It is the struggle we will inevitably face when identifying our metric for good or bad. Wrong or right. Dark and light. All based on our environment, social construction and cultural/psychological conditioning. It is the eagle-eyed observation of said intersection and the removing the shame after realizing we all experience it and it is up to us to find use of this taboo so it can be offered to the world as a beautiful story, piece of wisdom or a perspective that ironically changes your life for the better. DARKER WHITE is a sonic and social experience.”
Before releasing their sophomore album DIE URKATASTROPHE last Friday, September 20th, 2024 KANONENFIEBER dropped their last single and video.
Click here to learn the story of “WAFFENBRÜDER” (= Brothers in Arms) and watch the video:
As with its predecessor, KANONENFIEBER‘s second album DIE URKATASTROPHE is based on factual reports, letters and original documents from the surviving and deceased soldiers from the First World War. Its intent is not to glorify, because there is no glory in war. Everyone loses – their lives, their souls, their humanity. War is often depicted in an abstract way, through numbers and statistics. KANONENFIEBER aim to tell the stories of the nameless and the faceless in order to allow for a small glimpse of their personal horrors, and thereby the larger scale horror for mankind as a whole.
KANONENFIEBER‘s black and death metal isn’t meant to solely entertain, but also educate and raise awareness against the glorification of war. DIE URKATASTROPHE was recorded with Kristian Kohle (Powerwolf, Aborted, Benighted and many more) at Kohlekeller Studio, and features guitarist Maik Weichert of Heaven Shall Burn on the song “Waffenbrüder”.
For the release of the new studio album ‘Dracul Drakorgoth’ BLUTGOTT present the video for the title track in the ‘Balgeroth’ version, watch it below.
In 20 years, singer and guitarist Thomas Gurrath has created an entire band universe with over 30 CDs spread across more than 17 albums from Debauchery, Blood God and Balgeroth. He has united this Trinity of Blood Gods under the name BLUTGOTT.
Musically, the band moves across genres somewhere between Judas Priest, Slayer, AC/DC, Rammstein and Bolt Thrower. There is pounding death metal, classic heavy metal and groovy hardrock, sometimes with screeching vocals, sometimes with the distinctive monster voice, sometimes clean, and everything in between.
The lyrics – in German and English – deal with the band’s own dark fantasy universe: the World of Blood Gods. Named after the Blood Gods – biomechanical vampire dragons with demonic abilities.
The three most infamous are Bal-Geroth, the Bloodking of Knochenheim, Dracul Drakorgoth, the Debauchery Blood God and Setekh Drakorgaur, the Red Dragon. Together they form the Trinity of Blood Gods.
In the war zones of the past and future, on Earth, Eden, other planets and Hell, they fight brutal battles against elves, humans and dwarves, as well as other demons.The World of Blood Gods has its own miniatures and its own tabletop game, called Kings of Carnage.
Concerts of the various incarnations of the BLUTGOTT Metal Universe have been held throughout Europe, Russia and Asia. They have performed with Doro, Saxon, Dismember, Napalm Death, Destruction and many other well-known bands from the metal scene and played at major festivals such as Wacken, Summer Breeze and Bang Your Head. The albums are regularly in the top50 of the official German album charts.
The new album “Dracul Drakorgoth” will be released on September 20th and contains ten completely new songs each with the Debauchery Monster Voice, once with the German Balgeroth lyrics and also with the Blood God Heavy Metal voice. Available as 3CD Digi Pack, as limited edition box and the Debauchery and Balgeroth versions each as limited edition LP. Recorded by Dennis Ward (Unisonic, Krokus, Helloween).
You can find out more about the BLUTGOTT universe at www.blutgott.com
The new album, T-shirts, miniatures and the tabletop game are available from the band’s own www.bloodstore.de
German death metal titans RISE OF KRONOS have unleashed their new single, “Arrival Of Delusion“, alongside a captivating lyric video. The track is the latest preview of their upcoming album, Imperium, which is set to drop on October 11.
“Arrival Of Delusion” weaves a sonic tale of chaos and disillusionment, mirroring the central themes of the new album. The song’s ferocious riffs, punishing drums, and raw vocal delivery showcase RISE OF KRONOS at their most intense, while the accompanying lyric video visualizes the descent into madness that the song’s lyrics explore.
RISE OF KRONOS live: 27.09.2024 DE – Braunschweig, Kufa 04.10.2024 DE – Dresden, Skullcrusher 05.10.2024 DE – Hannover,Mephisto 19.10.2024 DE – Ahrensburg, Juki42 25.10.2024 DE – Kassel, Goldgrube 26.10.2024 DE – Wiesloch, Rnp 08.11.2024 DE – Magdeburg, Factory 09.11.2024 DE – Erfurt, From Hell 15.11.2024 DE – Balingen,Sonnenkeller 16.11.2024 DE – Karlsruhe, DieStadtmitte 23.11.2024 DE – Naumburg (Saale), Tanks 30.11.2024 DE – Oberhausen, Helvete 06.12.2024 DE – Lübeck,Treibsand 07.12.2024 DE – Bremen, Zollkantine 31.01.2025 DE – Hannover, Cafe Glocksee 01.02.2025 DE – Hamburg, Logo 15.02.2025 DE – Berlin, Slaughterhouse 12.07.2025 DE – Barleben, Damned Days Festival
About the band:
In 2021, RISE OF KRONOS exploded onto the death metal scene, rising from the ashes of thewell-established band Surface. After 11 relentless years of intense touring, three hard-hitting albums, and an unyielding dedication to their craft, Surface found themselves at a critical juncture. Feeling an overwhelming urge to evolve and transcend their previous identity, the band membersembarked on a transformative journey to push their music – and themselves – to the next level.
The decision to reinvent themselves was not made lightly. They were determined to honor the legacy they had forged and to maintain the powerful connection they had built with their devotedfanbase, the Titans. In a nod to their past, they took on the name RISE OF KRONOS, a tribute totheir 2015 album and a symbol of their rebirth, blending past, present, and future in a single strokeof defiance.
RISE OF KRONOS represents an unholy fusion of dark, brutal, and modern death metal. Their sound incorporates the vicious edge of Swedish death metal with the technical precision of progressive elements and the raw intensity of hardcore. As seasoned musicians, they have perfected their craft, delivering a sonic experience that is both innovative and rooted in the traditions of extreme metal.
Inspired by Greek mythology, the band has cultivated a rich conceptual identity, invoking the wrathand grandeur of ancient gods. Their live shows are immersive and electrifying, transporting audiences to a world where the power of Olympus and the chaos of the underworld collide. With each performance, they guide their audience on a thunderous journey, wielding crushing riffs andrelentless rhythms like weapons of war.
In 2024, RISE OF KRONOS unleashes their highly anticipated album, Imperium. With this release, they take their mythological themes to new heights, channeling the rage and power of the Titans through blistering death metal anthems. Imperium is an evolution in the band’s sound, delivering a more expansive, ambitious, and ferocious body of work. The album plunges deep intothe battle between gods and mortals, with each track a reflection of the eternal struggle forsupremacy and domination.
Imperium marks a defining moment for RISE OF KRONOS, solidifying their place as a rising force in modern death metal while continuing their legacy of transformation and reinvention. With aburning desire to conquer new territory, the band is poised to leave an indelible mark on the metallandscape. Kronos has risen, and his empire is just beginning!
RISE OF KRONOS are:
Tom Robinson – Guitar, Vocals Tim Broscheit – Bass,Vocals Jhonnie Ritter – Guitar Marco Bechreiner – Drums
Swedish symphonic metal quartet TUNGSTEN are pleased to unveil the final single from their upcoming album “The Grand Inferno,” which will hit the shelves on November 8, 2024 via Reigning Phoenix Music (RPM). The fiery title track takes listeners on a journey of strength and self-discovery, while musically capturing the very best facets of the group’s identity.
Vocalist Mike Andersson explains, “We wanted to give this song extra attention by choosing it as a single, not just as the title track. The sound is unmistakably TUNGSTEN, yet it’s different and more melodic. I really hope our fans and listeners receive this song well and that it surprises them in a positive way.”
“The title track, ‘The Grand Inferno,’ is about the feeling to be unnoticed or ignored for a long time. The song follows a journey of someone who stays in the background, almost invisible. But by the end, they go through a big change and finally come into their own in a powerful way, like an explosion or a burst of flames. It’s about how they find their strength and make a strong impact when they finally show who they really are,” underlines video creator Nick Johansson (guitars, backing vocals).
Pre-order “The Grand Inferno” in your preferred physical format [CD-digipak or coloured vinyl], pre-save it on your favourite digital service provider (DSP), or pre-order the album digitally to receive the title track, ‘Lullaby,’‘Vantablack,’‘Blood Of The Kings’ and ‘Walborg’ instantly now, here: https://tungsten.rpm.link/grandinfernoPR
TUNGSTEN are a Swedish symphonic metal band formed by ex-HAMMERFALL drummer Anders Johansson and his sons Niklas and Karl in 2016, completed by vocalist Mike Andersson. With their technical virtuosity and captivating compositions, the band have made a name in the international metal scene, and with their album “The Grand Inferno,” their first release via RPM, they will undoubtedly enrich the metal landscape. The record brims with nothing but energy and innovation, and promises a powerful fusion of dynamic instrumentation and captivating melodies with the quartet’s signature sound being apparent throughout.
TUNGSTEN are: Mike Andersson | vocals Niklas “Nick” Johansson | guitars, backing vocals Karl “Kalle” Johansson | bass, keyboards, screams Anders Johansson | drums
Bloody Idol is a supergroup made up of some of the finest Italian musicians, playing a blend of gothic and epic metal.
This is a concept album that tells the story of a European peasant who leaves his homeland in search of fortune and glory, embarking on a medieval crusade. Through various chapters, his journey unfolds, filled with loss, promises, suffering, and reflection, leading him to madness, where he imagines himself as the last crusader defending the Holy Land. His emotions serve as a metaphor for the feelings of modern man, making the concept timeless and relatable, allowing each listener to see themselves in the story and feel personally involved.
The album was conceived by Joey Mauro, a longtime keyboardist and composer, as well as the keyboardist and composer of the legendary Italian prog band Hunka Munka, who has been active for three decades in pop and rock. The contribution of the musicians involved in the recordings is fundamental:
Gianluca Quinto (Solisia, DeLa Muerte)
Marcantonio Quinto (Solisia, Hunka Munka)
Andrea Arcangeli (DGM, Timo Tolkki)
Ilaria Bernardini (Rossometile)
The vocals are delivered by four different singers:
Wild Steel (Shadows of Steel, Gabriels, Oracle Sun, Wild Steel)
Terence Holler (ex-Eldritch, Holler)
Roberto Tiranti (Labyrinth, Ken Hensley, New Trolls)
Watch below the video of the single ‘Dreamstealer’!
The album consists of 12 original heavy rock tracks with neoclassical, symphonic, and gothic elements, which enrich each song, making it appealing even to fans of more modern genres.
Tracklist: 1 – Celestial Army (intro) 2 – Kingdom of Dreams 3 – Middle Eastern Sky 4 – Lightwarrior 5 – The idol 6 – The Great Vizier (instrumental) 7 – The Wraith 8 – Voices of Angels 9 – Sleep of the King (instrumental) 10 – Dreamstealer 11 – The Last Crusader 12 – The Grace (outro)
THE ROCK ALCHEMIST – Italian Rock Band from Turin with a strong sonic identity that blends modern rock with progressive, hard, alternative, and pop elements!
Kimmo Kuusniemi’s SARCOFAGUS return with a Historic 2010 Concert Video Premiere on YouTube! Click image to watch the video
Metal Shock Finland (World Assault ) 